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HVAC Technicians & Installers

PROGRAM

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Start your future while working in your field

Take classes at Lane while working as an apprentice HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) technician.

Prepare for your journeyman card

Our program combines both real world, on-the-job training with classroom learning.  The apprenticeship lasts four years. You'll do 144 hours of related training per year and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training. Afterward, you can take your licensing exam through the Oregon Building Codes Division. With a few more courses, you can get your associate degree in construction technology.

4 years Classes + on-the-job training
Cost Varies Contact us for more info

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Industry safety standards
  • Fabrication and installation of ductwork
  • Electrical work involving installation, wiring, service and repair of environmental control systems
  • General trade skills for construction
  • Math skills

AFTER LANE

After your apprenticeship, you can apply for a journeyman license. The current minimum journey-level wage for HVAC technicians is $33.76 per hour.

Turn your coursework into a degree

Construction Trades, General Apprenticeship, 1-yr Certificate

1-yr Certificate

Earn a certificate on your road to apprenticeship. You'll take more classes to deepen your skills and earn 1 year certificate.

Construction Trades, General Apprenticeship, AAS

Associate Degree

Earn a degree on your road to apprenticeship. You'll take more classes to deepen your skills and earn an associate (2 year) degree.

Not sure which is for you? Learn more about the types of degrees & certificates Lane has to offer

Faculty Spotlights

Lee Kounovsky

Faculty Member

Ready to learn more?

Talk one-on-one with our Apprenticeship Coordinator to find the perfect path for you

Lane Community College - Apprenticeship Program
4000 E. 30th Ave., Eugene, OR 97405
Advanced Technology Division

Building 33, room 115
Monday-Wednesday 8-4pm
Thursday 8-1pm